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Private Schools Market: ZIP 78652

Opportunity Score
100 / 100 Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 78652 is an urban area. with a population of 5,012 and household incomes well above the national median ($118,750).

Area Profile

5,012
Population
$118,750
Median Income
+59% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 41.9 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 30.9% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 78652.

4
Child Care Centers
8.0 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$2,600
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,590
Median Gross Rent
$480 K
Median Home Value

Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Texas

  • Accreditation takes 2-3 years but determines whether your tuition qualifies for tax credits and whether colleges recognize your diplomas.
  • Your first 50 students are the hardest. Most private schools break even around 80-120 students. Plan for 2-3 years of operating losses.
  • Facility costs dominate. Leasing a church or community center cuts your startup cost by 60-80% vs. building or buying.
  • Teacher salaries run 15-30% below public school equivalents. You'll attract mission-driven educators, but benefits and culture have to compensate.
  • The median income here is $118,750. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits